Poolside Busser/Runner

Bridgeton; California (MO); On-site; USD 25,000 - 35,000; Part time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Poolside Busser/Runner to join their dynamic team. This part-time role offers the chance to work in a beautiful riverside setting, supporting food service operations at a boutique hotel. You'll be responsible for ensuring a smooth dining experience for guests, maintaining cleanliness, and assisting bartenders. If you're detail-oriented and enjoy working in a fast-paced environment, this position could be the perfect fit. Join a team dedicated to providing exceptional service and creating memorable experiences for guests.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a fast-paced environment preferred.
• Ability to work flexible hours including weekends and holidays.

Responsibilities

• Clear used items from tables and lounge areas continuously.
• Coordinate food transport with the kitchen team.
• Maintain cleanliness and organization of the pool area.

Skills

Organizational Skills

Time Management

Food Safety

Guest Communication

Education

California Food Handler Card

Job description

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About Our Company

Dawn Ranch is a natural preserve and boutique hotel destination nestled riverside at the edge of Guerneville in Sonoma’s wine-rich Russian River Valley. The cottage-style hotel and event venue offer an authentic, historic, and unique Sonoma wine country escape among 22 acres of ancient giant redwoods, native meadows, and vintage apple trees. The hotel also features unique wellness experiences including a premium spa which offers outdoor baths, massages, and body treatments. Other activities include yoga, meditation, and perfume-making. Dawn Ranch’s food program balances elevated cuisine with casual excellence, from fine dining at the Lodge overseen by Chefs Juliana Thorpe and Ignacio Zuzulich to picnics overlooking the Pacific Ocean. Local ingredients from the fertile valley make our cuisine a staple of Northern California fare. Dawn Ranch is the perfect destination to co-create luxury and inspiration in Sonoma.

About The Role

This is a part-time position with the opportunity for full-time hours starting in the Summer. As a Poolside Busser/Runner, you will support our Boathouse and poolside service operations. This physically active, guest-facing role involves ensuring smooth food service, maintaining cleanliness, and supporting the poolside team. You will work closely with bartenders by offering water service, accurately running food and drinks to guests, and having in-depth knowledge of our food and beverage menus.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

• Continuously clear used cups, to-go items, and silverware from tables and lounge areas.
• Coordinate with the kitchen team to transport food to and from the Boathouse.
• Monitor and take stock of food items stored at the Boathouse and assist with inventory management.
• Assist bartenders with restocking, cleaning, and replenishing supplies throughout the shift.
• Ensure all workstations and guest areas are cleaned and reset after each shift.
• Maintain strong organizational and time-management skills.
• Communicate professionally with co-workers and guests, suitable for an upscale setting.
• Be detail-oriented with a commitment to cleanliness, food safety, and guest satisfaction.
• Support and enforce pool rules and safety guidelines for guests.
• Maintain a clean and organized pool area, free of debris, garbage, and foliage.
• Follow all company policies and procedures related to dining service.
• Set up and clean tables and lounges between guests, including folding napkins, cleaning, and placing tableware, serving water, etc.
• Monitor floor spaces for spills, reconfiguring furniture, or debris.
• Assist food servers in delivering food and drinks to guest tables.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Previous experience preferred.
• Experience in a fast-paced environment is a plus.
• Hotel-level food serving experience preferred.
• Ability to work a flexible schedule, including weekends and holidays.
• California Food Handler Card required.

The Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer and Prohibits Discrimination and Harassment of Any Kind. We are committed to providing a work environment free of discrimination and harassment. All employment decisions are based on business needs, job requirements, and individual qualifications, without regard to race, color, religion or belief, family or parental status, or any other protected status.